
Swissotel Chicago
Best for large meetings, weddings and travelers who want lake-facing fitness/spa facilities and family-friendly rooms.
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Swissotel Chicago is a 43-story, all-ages downtown hotel with large meeting spaces and lake-access views; read this if you need business-friendly ballrooms or family-friendly rooms. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection is a 4.5-star riverfront lifestyle hotel with a rooftop and skyline views; read this if you want a scenic downtown stay focused on views and a lively bar/rooftop scene.
Updated · about 0.5 km apart

Best for large meetings, weddings and travelers who want lake-facing fitness/spa facilities and family-friendly rooms.

Best for travelers who want a riverfront location, rooftop bars and skyline-focused rooms in a 4.5-star lifestyle setting.
When Swissotel Chicago wins: choose Swissotel for big events or weddings (dozens of ballrooms and roughly 65,000 sq ft of meeting space), a 24-hour fitness center with lake views, and a family-friendly property with many room types.
When LondonHouse Chicago wins: pick LondonHouse if you prioritize a riverfront address, skyline and rooftop views, and a boutique-lifestyle atmosphere with prominent bars and terraces close to the Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue.
Bottom line: both are convenient downtown choices on or near the Chicago River; Swissotel is the practical option for events, families and lake-facing wellness, while LondonHouse is the pick for a stylish riverfront stay and rooftop scene.
| Category | Swissotel Chicago | LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Business- and family-friendly full-service hotel with large event facilities | 4.5-star riverfront lifestyle hotel focused on views and social spaces |
| Location | Where the Chicago River meets Lake Michigan; steps from Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile | On the Chicago Riverfront near the Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue |
| Size (rooms) | About 661–662 rooms across 43 floors | 452 guestrooms |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; minimum check-in age 21 | |
| Pools | No — pool was removed during renovations | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Two main outlets (The Palm steakhouse; Amuse lobby bar/café) plus 24-hour room service | Two restaurants and two bars/lounges; terrace and rooftop-focused outlets |
| Spa & fitness | Spa 42 on site; Penthouse Fitness Center open 24 hours with lake views | Full-service spa and spa treatment rooms on site; fitness facilities listed |
| Event space | Approximately 65,000 sq ft of flexible meeting/event space, multiple large ballrooms (including 42nd-floor Élevé) | Conference space ~25,000 sq ft (2,323 m²), banquet/meeting facilities available |
| Accessibility & services | 24-hour front desk, concierge, valet/self-parking (fees), pet policy allows small dogs with fee | 24-hour front desk, concierge, valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle, multilingual staff, terrace access |
| Nearest icons | Steps from Millennium Park, Magnificent Mile, Riverwalk; easy access to lakefront trail | |
Swissotel sits where the Chicago River meets Lake Michigan in the Loop, within easy walking distance of Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile.
Swissotel is a central, lake-and-river-edge base for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
LondonHouse occupies a prominent riverfront spot near the Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue, emphasizing skyline and water views.
LondonHouse puts you right on the river with quick access to the Riverwalk and downtown sights.
Swissotel offers a wide choice of room types across a large 43-story tower, including family- and corner-view options.
Choose Swissotel for a broader set of room configurations and more rooms overall.
LondonHouse provides 452 guestrooms with a focus on skyline and river-facing accommodations.
LondonHouse is a mid-large downtown hotel with polished rooms and strong river/skyline positioning.
Swissotel keeps dining straightforward: a signature steakhouse and a café/bar for all-day options.
Swissotel suits guests who want a classic steakhouse and a dependable lobby bar/café.
LondonHouse emphasizes riverfront dining and a rooftop/terrace bar scene tied to its lifestyle positioning.
LondonHouse is stronger for skyline- and river-facing bar/terrace experiences.
Swissotel previously had an indoor pool but it was removed during renovations; the property emphasizes its high-floor fitness center and spa instead.
Swissotel replaces a pool with a high-floor fitness center and a full spa program.
LondonHouse lists terraces and rooftop spaces as highlights, but a pool is not published in the supplier listing.
Expect rooftop terraces and spa services at LondonHouse; pool availability is not published.
Swissotel mixes wellness (Spa 42, sauna, steam) with easy access to nightlife via downtown proximity and on-site bars.
Swissotel combines serious fitness and spa amenities with convenient access to downtown nightlife.
LondonHouse focuses on social spaces—bars, terrace and rooftop—that double as its nightlife draw, plus an on-site spa.
LondonHouse is aimed at guests who want skyline-driven bars and a social rooftop atmosphere alongside spa options.

Swissotel — roughly 65,000 sq ft of event space and multiple large ballrooms, including a 42nd-floor Élevé ballroom.

LondonHouse — prominent riverfront location with terraces and rooftop bars focused on skyline views.

Swissotel — family-friendly programs and a wide range of room types; children 17 and under can stay free in existing bedding (policy limits apply).

LondonHouse — a lifestyle hotel with terrace and rooftop spaces that emphasize skyline and river views.
Swissotel is the obvious pick — it offers the largest inventory of ballrooms and about 65,000 sq ft of flexible event space.
Both offer strong views; LondonHouse is notable for its riverfront terraces and rooftop scene, while Swissotel has rooms with river and lake views and a high-floor fitness center with lake vistas.
Swissotel no longer has an on-site pool (it was removed). LondonHouse's supplier listing does not publish a pool.
Swissotel is explicitly family-friendly with kids’ programming and policies that allow children to stay free in many cases; LondonHouse welcomes families but positions itself more as a lifestyle property.
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